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Ascension is seeking an experienced Strength and Conditioning Coach to support the New Hampshire National Guard’s Military Readiness Support Services (MRSS) program by improving the physical readiness, resilience, and overall wellness of Service Members and their Families.

The ideal candidate is a fitness professional with demonstrated expertise in strength training, conditioning, injury prevention, fitness assessment, and individualized performance programming who understands the unique physical demands placed on military personnel. This individual will play a critical role in helping Service Members maintain operational readiness by assessing physical capabilities, developing evidence-based fitness plans, delivering coaching support, and promoting sustainable wellness habits.

This position is best suited for a highly motivated professional who is comfortable working with diverse populations, including military personnel, who can translate exercise science principles into practical readiness solutions. The successful candidate should be a disciplined, organized, and service-oriented professional capable of independently managing client interactions, fitness programming, and readiness activities while collaborating with other readiness professionals supporting financial, behavioral health, and nutritional wellness.

Summary of the Contractor Role

The Strength and Conditioning Coach provides specialized physical readiness support under Ascension’s Military Readiness Support Services contract supporting the New Hampshire National Guard (NHNG).

The contractor will conduct physical readiness assessments, develop individualized and group fitness programming, provide strength and conditioning guidance, and support wellness initiatives designed to enhance Service Member readiness and resilience.

The role supports the PWS Section 5.0 Physical Readiness requirements, which are part of a broader holistic readiness model focused on improving financial, emotional/behavioral health, physical, and nutritional readiness outcomes for Service Members and their Families.

The Strength and Conditioning Coach will help the NHNG bridge readiness gaps experienced by geographically dispersed Service Members by providing accessible, proactive physical performance coaching and readiness resources.

The position requires an individual who can independently evaluate fitness needs, recommend appropriate training approaches, educate participants on safe exercise practices, and support readiness events, including scheduled drill weekend activities. The contract requires support at the NHNG facility in Concord, NH, with potential support at designated readiness centers and drill events.

Position Responsibilities / Expected Activities

The Strength and Conditioning Coach will:

• Conduct physical readiness assessments to evaluate participant fitness levels, performance goals, and readiness requirements.
• Develop individualized strength and conditioning programs based on assessment results, fitness objectives, and military readiness needs.
• Provide strength training instruction, coaching, and education focused on improving physical performance, endurance, mobility, and injury prevention.
• Deliver fitness coaching sessions for individual Service Members and groups during scheduled readiness activities.
• Support military drill weekends, readiness events, wellness initiatives, and organizational fitness activities as coordinated by Ascension’s Contract Manager and NHNG leadership.
• Evaluate participant progress and modify fitness plans based on performance outcomes and readiness objectives.
• Educate Service Members and Families on proper exercise techniques, recovery strategies, and sustainable fitness practices.
• Collaborate with other readiness professionals, including financial readiness, behavioral health, and nutrition professionals, to support holistic wellness outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of coaching activities, participant engagement, readiness assessments, and program outcomes.
• Recommend improvements to physical readiness initiatives based on participant feedback, observed challenges, and industry best practices.
• Participate in meetings, planning sessions, and coordination activities with NHNG stakeholders as required.